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Visa Launches Visa Private in UAE to Serve High-Net-Worth Clients

Visa has introduced Visa Private, a premium offering designed for high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) seeking services and benefits beyond standard card features. Initially launching in the UAE, with plans for a broader rollout across the GCC, Visa Private combines secure payment technology with a range of travel, lifestyle and retail privileges. The launch comes as the […]

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Visa Debuts First Local Cloud-hosted Acceptance Platform in Saudi

Visa has announced that the Visa Acceptance Platform is now hosted on local cloud infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, marking the first implementation of its kind by Visa. The move is in line with the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) mandate. The development means that businesses in Saudi Arabia will be able to accept payments more quickly […]

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ADIB Partners with Visa to Introduce Real-Time Cross-Border Transfer Service

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) has launched a new real-time cross-border money transfer service called Remit! in partnership with Visa. The service, powered by Visa Direct, enables ADIB customers to send funds to over 11 billion cards, digital wallets, and bank accounts globally. According to both firms, ADIB is the first bank worldwide to offer […]

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TikTok and Visa Partner to Support UAE SMBs with Digital Ad Credits

TikTok and Visa have announced a strategic partnership aimed at supporting SMBs across the UAE by offering access to digital tools, resources, and incentives. From 1 July 2025, SMBs that spend at least US$250 on a TikTok campaign using a Visa Commercial card will receive US$150 in TikTok Ad Credits. This offer is only available […]

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Emirates NBD Launches Fourth Cohort of Fintech Talent Incubator

Emirates NBD has launched the fourth cohort of its National Digital Talent Incubator (NDTI) programme. The initiative is supported by several industry partners, including the DIFC Innovation Hub, Visa, Microsoft, and Dell Technologies. The programme has already completed three previous cohorts, aiming to support the development of the next generation of Emirati fintech professionals. The […]

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Visa Launches Visa+ in Bahrain for Cross-Border Transfers via Mobile Number

Visa has introduced its Visa+ service in Bahrain, enabling users to send money to Visa cardholders across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region using only the recipient’s mobile number. The service is currently available to customers of Bahrain Islamic Bank (BisB) and Khaleeji Bank. Bahrain is among the first markets globally to adopt Visa+. Through […]

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